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When I think of coming of age stories in the 1950's and kid's whose innocence is lost all too soon, I immediately go to "Stand By Me". Author Jim Lester's "The Great Pretender" had that feel for me as well, with Archie and Sandra's experiences, although the story was a bit more sinister. Archie is 12 years old and believes he witnesses his neighbor murder his own son. What follows is an engrossing tale that encompasses some real issues of both the past and our present day. The twists in this one were fantastic, as nothing is as it seems and there are some great lessons in this well-written story. Highly recommended.


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This was a wonderful story and so much fun to read. I am recommending to all. Thanks Jim Lester - keep em coming.
Great book. It reminds you how crazy things were back in the 1950s. I think young adults could use the reminder. The book also has a lot of good humor and one liners that, as an adult, you recognize are prophetic for a 12-year old. Lester gives twists and turns to the plot that you don't see coming, and a nice surprise ending. I'd recommend for young adults or even (old?) adults looking for an interesting, quick read.
Wonderfully written book about growing up in Little Rock during the turbulent 1950s. Jim Lester creates engaging, relatable characters. Perfect for those looking for realistic historical fiction about middle/high school age kids or for those who just like playing basketball.
This is a wonderful book about growing up in the Little Rock, Arkansas in the 1950's. With an engaging protagonist, the book offers insight into the lives and events of the period. Although the themes are serious, there is much humor to delight the reader. Written as a young adult novel, the book will be enjoyed by adults, especially those who lived through the era with such issues as civil rights and rock and roll. The many twists and surprises add to the enjoyment of the reader.
Author Jim Lester has used his childhood memories, his love for the sport of basketball, and his substantial knowledge of U.S. History to produce his second juvenile novel, The Great Pretender. Very few professional historians have written effective novels for any age group. Lester has now created his second well crafted novel for young readers. The Great Pretender's main character is twelve year old Archie who is living in Little Rock, Arkansas at the time of the 1957 Central High School Integration Crisis. This unusual book contains a murder mystery, makes a strong moral point about race relations, manages to be a coming-of-age story, and even brings in adult issues involving marriage and divorce. I recommend this well crafted work to all young readers and to any adult who remembers what it was like to be a sixth grader.
The current trend in youth-oriented fiction is toward fantasy or dystopian novels. This little gem of a book swims against the tide and gives the reader a well-written, realistic portrait of a 12 year old boy growing up in the south in the 1950's. The story is set against a backdrop of one of the country's first major civil rights crisis and what Archie Lane, the main character, learns about the evil nature of racism is as valid today as it was back then.
Using a suspense novel format, the author works in not only race relations, but also the early days of rock'n roll, a young man's passion for basketball and his first heart throb. A good book for middle school readers and any adult who might be interested in what it was like to grow up in the not so innocent 1950s.
I loved this book. It's a coming of age novel that encompasses several adult themes like fighting, racism and dealing with betrayal. The story is set in Little Rock, Arkansas during that city's racial crisis in 1957 and the dramatic story adds to the reader's understanding of the South in the 1950s.
The main character is 12-year old Archie Lane, a basketball whiz with an overactive imagination and a budding crush on his 13 year old neighbor, Sandra. When Archie thinks he sees the man next door murder his own son, Archie and Sandra are plunged into a series of adventures with lots of exciting twists and turns.
The historical setting is accurate and the author avoids stereotypes and instead relies on well rounded, interesting character. The dialogue is full of humor and Archie is a particularly memorable character. A good read. Highly recommended.
When I think of coming of age stories in the 1950's and kid's whose innocence is lost all too soon, I immediately go to "Stand By Me". Author Jim Lester's "The Great Pretender" had that feel for me as well, with Archie and Sandra's experiences, although the story was a bit more sinister. Archie is 12 years old and believes he witnesses his neighbor murder his own son. What follows is an engrossing tale that encompasses some real issues of both the past and our present day. The twists in this one were fantastic, as nothing is as it seems and there are some great lessons in this well-written story. Highly recommended.